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#26 of 67
Ok... by mfletouva
Jul 01, 2004 (11:00 am)
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I will remove the antenna..
I always thought that Yates was a good value...its just I don't always want to spend $15 on a car wash! I do the Armor All myself too though...
 
Maybe I will see you there sometime. Ours is a Navy Blue Metallic LS with 1sb. Currently working on mile 200...
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by maxx4me
Jul 01, 2004 (11:45 am)
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Ok guys: we have to get together. I work in CC right next to mfletouva. I was at West Marine looking at a nice hitch lock today. I can't believe I have not seen yuor cars on Rt. 1 going home to Mt. V.
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Re: [maxx4me #28] by pao
Jul 01, 2004 (6:15 pm)
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Replying to: maxx4me (Jul 01, 2004 11:45 am)

I work off Duke street and Eisenhower..near the new Patent office complex....not on route one much...but we can assemble one sat afternoon and put 3 Maxx's together.......off to the outer banks this weekend..about to pass 4400 miles and lovin it!
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Car Washes - New York Style by oldntired1950
Jul 01, 2004 (4:40 pm)
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I know what you guys (and/or girls) mean about car washes. I have a place near where I work that does the car inside and out, including vacuuming, taking out the mats and putting them into a rug-beater contraption, using hand held soft bristle brushes with car wash solution to pretreat the car, wash, and use an after wash spray wax with teflon (or so they say) and then go over the car to dry all the spots and clean the inside of the windows.... all for only $10 - tax included! There's a tip box at both ends, so for $12 my Maxx looks like new every couple of weeks. After it's done, I could just stand there and stare at it for hours..... I LOVE MY MAXX!!!
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by maxx4me
Jul 02, 2004 (2:51 am)
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man oldandtired: it might be worth it for me to drive all the way up there to get that kind of deal.....sweet.
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Re: [maxx4me #31] by pao
Jul 02, 2004 (3:53 am)
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Replying to: maxx4me (Jul 02, 2004 2:51 am)

try Yates on RT1...they are on the southbound side..about a mile to so down from Potomac Yards mall area.....they do the same....but prices are higher....$12, 16, 18 respectively for the level of service..however they give you a $2 discount if you come back within a two week period.....
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Re: [pao #32] by maxx4me
Jul 02, 2004 (4:11 am)
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Replying to: pao (Jul 02, 2004 3:53 am)

thanks. I've actually never used a car wash before. I'll continue to do my own until I'm 90!! but you are right; I pass by it everyday and they have quite a following there. I'm off to West Marine to buy a hitch lock today.
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Handwashing, anyone? by beedublu
Sep 04, 2004 (6:28 pm)
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Just wondering if any of my fellow Maxx owners here wash by hand. If so...what kind of implements do you use (i.e., wash mitts, chamois, etc.)?
 
I have an 04 Galaxy Silver Maxx, just 10 days old and I want to avoid the "spiderweb" appearance that I had on previous cars. If you can suggest any particular type of wash & sponge or mitt that will prevent scratching and similar problems, I'd appreciate it.
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Re: Handwashing, anyone? [beedublu] by maxx4me
Sep 05, 2004 (3:09 am)
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Replying to: beedublu (Sep 04, 2004 6:28 pm)

yep, I do. A nice big fluffy car wash mit to keep any dirt away from the surface of the mit when washing, any wash and wax soap concentrate, and Maguiar's Tech Wax synthetic liquid polish does the trick for me. I also use two microfiber towels to dry my Maxx; one handles the majority of the water; the second removes the remaining water and stains on the windows.
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Re: Handwashing, anyone? [beedublu] by madmaxx
Sep 05, 2004 (8:37 am)
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Replying to: beedublu (Sep 04, 2004 6:28 pm)

If you want to keep the finish smooth and scratch free, hand washing is the only way to go.
 
Use a detergent made for washing automobiles--dishwasher soap is to harsh, and will remove wax. I prefer 100% cotton terry cloth for the soap application, and the Detailers Preference microfiber car towels for drying. Both are available at Costco, as is car wash soap.
  
Flood the panel as you wipe the area. This will rinse away the dirt as you lift it from the surface, and prevents scratches.
 
For wax, call Maguiers on their 800 number and ask what they recommend--they make waxes for specific tasks, finishes, and weather areas.
 
I'm planning on having clear vinyl hood & headlight protectors installed, along with a piece on the liftgate where you push the gate down. It will help prevent some rock chips on the front, and scratching the gate as you pull it down. Here is a link:
 
http://www.invinca-shield.com/asp/genkit.asp?kit=641
 
MadMaxx
'04 Galaxy Silver Maxx, 22 days old.

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